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Johannesburg car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Johannesburg. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 March 2026.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

HK$9.40

Average price per day

HK$684

Cheapest price per day

HK$121

Cheapflights insights for Johannesburg car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Johannesburg, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Johannesburg?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Johannesburg, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$180, which is about 517% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Johannesburg is Woodford (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Johannesburg is June, when you can expect to pay HK$203/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Johannesburg is February (HK$243/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

HK$235

February

HK$243

March

HK$227

April

HK$235

May

HK$211

June

HK$203

July

HK$227

August

HK$227

September

HK$227

October

HK$243

November

HK$227

December

HK$235

Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Both Hertz and keddy by Europcar have 10 locations in Johannesburg, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Johannesburg

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Johannesburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Johannesburg. Reviews were last updated on 12 March 2026.

Woodford

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Bluu

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

1First Car Rental

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Europcar

6.2
Okay
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Johannesburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$684/day when booking a car hire in Johannesburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$121/day from Sixt, booked on Mar. 7.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt offers hire cars in Johannesburg for about HK$4,785 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Johannesburg check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Johannesburg for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Sixt can potentially be 83% below the average car hire price in Johannesburg. Check prices and availability for Sixt and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Johannesburg is on average HK$20,505 a month or HK$684 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Johannesburg car hire.

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